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Newspaper
Harper Herald
Location
Harper, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1961
Page
7
The Houston Chronicle notes experts warn that cutting foreign aid is the main path to halt gold outflows and balance international payments. It cites investment abroad, tourist spending, and military dependents as factors, with emphasis on reducing aid while boosting foreign consumers in the United States.
Dr. Philip F. Aylesworth described major shifts in rural and town life due to population growth and farm automation. He noted only a fraction of rural residents farm, rising productivity, and aging operators, while communities face new demands on schools churches and health groups. He also cited gains from rural urban intermingling and cross-state linkages, and highlighted upcoming BYF Citizenship Seminar in Washington and New York.
A Washington column notes rising numbers of working wives, citing twelve million in the U.S. labor force and 18 percent of workers. It warns of potential effects on children and family life, urging women to weigh financial benefits against parental bonds and stability before joining the workforce.
Mr and Mrs Arthur Moellendorf of Ingram visited his grandmother Mrs Anna Moellendorf last Wednesday night. Other visitors included Mr and Mrs Edwin Klein and daughters Mr and Mrs Henry Moellendorf and son and Albert Moellendorf.
Harper’s churches invite attendance at St Anthony’s on Sunday January 15 with mass at 9 30 and worship service at 10 30. School of Religion for children and St Ann’s Society meet. Rev Lee H Smith to speak. Congregational meeting after service and officer elections scheduled. John Tarr plays piano. Walk in any time.
The St James Lutheran Church lists services and meetings for January. Events include Junior Lutherans Friday 3 45 p m Worship Service at Junction Sunday 8 00 a m Congregation at Study 10 45 a m The Annual Congregational Meeting at 2 00 p m January 17 Confirmation 3 45 p m January 18 Women of Church meeting invites all to attend.
Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. led by Mrs. Marie Taylor. Worship at 11:00 a.m. Communion on the third Sunday at 11:00 a.m. Church Board meets the Tuesday after the second Sunday. W S C S meets on the second Tuesday. Members and friends are urged to attend all activities.
Outdoors column argues cartop boats suit spot fishing, noting quick water access, trailerless travel, and economy. It weighs safety, load, and handling, recommending testing models and matching waters. Also mentions Albert Kaiser visiting sister Mrs Arthur Baumann last Wednesday.
Rev. W. H. Totty leads the First Baptist Church with Sunday School at 10 a.m. Worship at 11 a.m. and Evening Service at 7 p.m. A cordial welcome to all.
The Hill Country Hereford Association will hold its Ninth Annual Spring Bull Sale in Mason on Monday January 23. Seventy seven registered horned Hereford bulls will be offered selected as top cattle by member efforts. Rancher Warren Stanton of Johnson City Texas will judge the bulls at 9 00 am and Walter Britten of College Station will auctioneer the sale starting at 1 00 pm A catalog is available by writing Box 326 Mason Texas.
Mr and Mrs Herman Oehler and daughter Marie attended the wedding of their son Johnny to Miss Linda Thweatt of Hearne on Saturday night. They returned to Austin and spent the weekend with their daughter Mrs Jack McCowen and family. They celebrated Pam’s first birthday Sunday though Friday the 13th.
Carlos B. Parker is pastor of Harper Pentecostal Church. Midweek Bible study Wednesday 7 30 p m Ladies Prayer Friday 3 00 p m Sunday School 10 00 a m Morning Worship 11 00 a m Evangelistic Service 7 00 p m Everyone welcome.
Mr and Mrs Willie Meier and others from Kerrville and Spring Creek visited Mr and Mrs Orval Behrens on Sunday for Mary Ann's 10th birthday anniversary attended by families including Dell Crenshaw Rufus Jenkins and Milton Ahrens with their children.
For sale a thriving night spot known as The Hide Out located five miles west of Kerrville on Highway 27. Prospective buyers can see Eddie C. Andrew in person at The Hide Out. Price and terms available January 13.
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